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Lentos Kunstmuseum Linz
A major modern and contemporary art museum on the Danube, known for its strong Austrian and international collection and its striking illuminated riverside facade.
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brno to Linz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brno to Linz will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
It's difficult to get from Brno to Linz without transferring at least once.
RJ 273+
EC 101+
IC 548
Os 4609+
RJ 273+
EC 101+
IC 548
Os 4609+
RJ 273+
EC 101+
IC 548
rj 277 · EC 103 · IC 646
rj 275 · EC 203 · IC 642
rj 277 · EC 103 · IC 646
rj 275 · EC 203 · IC 642
rj 55 · IC 644
rj 273 · EC 101 · IC 548
rj 53 · IC 640Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brno to Linz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 122 miles (197 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$47 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brno to Linz:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brno to Linz costing on average $47 (€38).
Other travel options to Linz take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 40m.
The journey is about 24m faster (3h 6m by train vs 3h 30m by car) and roughly $30 (€24) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($47 (€38) vs $76 (€62)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with České dráhy (ČD).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Brno to Linz trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:18 AM Brno | 3h10 | 12:28 PM Linz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:18 AM Brno | 3h10 | 1:28 PM Linz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:18 AM Brno | 3h10 | 2:28 PM Linz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
RJ 51+ IC 546+ Os 4607 | 6:52 AM Brno-Královo Pole | 3h36 | 10:28 AM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 51+ IC 546+ Os 4607 | 7:01 AM Brno-Židenice | 3h27 | 10:28 AM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
rj 51 · IC 546 | 7:18 AM Brno hlavní nádraží | 3h10 | 10:28 AM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 51+ IC 546 | 7:18 AM Brno hlavní nádraží | 3h10 | 10:28 AM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 273+ IC 548+ EC 101+ Os 4609 | 7:52 AM Brno-Královo Pole | 3h36 | 11:28 AM Linz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJ 273+ IC 548+ Os 4609+ EC 101 | 8:01 AM Brno-Židenice | 3h27 | 11:28 AM Linz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
rj 273 · EC 101 · IC 548 | 8:18 AM Brno hlavní nádraží | 3h10 | 11:28 AM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 273+ IC 548+ EC 101 | 8:18 AM Brno hlavní nádraží | 3h10 | 11:28 AM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Os 4637+ RJ 53+ IC 640 | 8:52 AM Brno-Královo Pole | 3h36 | 12:28 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Os 4637+ RJ 53+ IC 640 | 9:01 AM Brno-Židenice | 3h27 | 12:28 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
rj 53 · IC 640 | 9:18 AM Brno hlavní nádraží | 3h10 | 12:28 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 53+ IC 640 | 9:18 AM Brno hlavní nádraží | 3h10 | 12:28 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Brno to Linz run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 122 miles (197 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 122 miles (197 km) |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 12:32 AM |
Last train 11:27 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and taxis. In restaurants, 5-10% is polite for good service; hand the tip directly when paying.
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Linz Hbf, Linz -> Hauptplatz, Linz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brno to Linz by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Linz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brno to Linz trains use the Brno hlavní nádraží to Linz Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Linz/Donau Ebelsberg Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Brno and Linz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Brno hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant U Dřevěného vlka, Stopkova Plzeňská Pivnice
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brno hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brno hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brno hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brno hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brno hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Grandhotel Brno, Hotel Continental, Hotel Slavia.
Brno-Židenice nádraží is 2 km from Brno city centre. Public transport options include:
Brno-Židenice nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Brno-Židenice nádraží.
ATMs are available at Brno-Židenice nádraží.
Available at Brno-Židenice nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brno-Židenice nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brno-Židenice nádraží.
Brno-Královo Pole nádraží is 4 km from Brno city centre. Public transport options include:
Brno-Královo Pole nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží.
ATMs are available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží.
Available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží: Parking, WC.
Available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží.
Linz Hbf is 1 km from Linz city centre. Public transport options include:
Linz Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Josef Linz, Das Anton
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Linz Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Linz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Linz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Linz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linz Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schillerpark, Austria Trend Hotel Schillerpark, Park Inn by Radisson Linz.
Linz/Donau Ebelsberg Bahnhof is 7 km from Linz city centre. Public transport options include:
Linz/Donau Ebelsberg Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linz/Donau Ebelsberg Bahnhof.
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